Overshape

noun, verb

noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    That which is overshaped.
  2. 2
    That which forms or fits over something else.

    "If a wider fitting overshape is required extend the side seam approx. 1–2cm."

Verb
  1. 1
    To transform; alter. transitive

    ""Why not?" she asked. Trying not to overshape the words. Trying not to say them too fast. Trying not to show how indignant she was at the idea of being left out."

  2. 2
    To adjust; reshape. transitive

    "This has become the routine this week: start off with a disaster, make some adjustment, and carry on. Yesterday in the media room he explained that because his swing was so off, he had intentionally been “overshaping” shots during the round."

  3. 3
    To shape, form, or manipulate excessively. transitive

    "Keep checking your progress against the form Wheel lightly and check often so you don't overshape an area."

Example

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""Why not?" she asked. Trying not to overshape the words. Trying not to say them too fast. Trying not to show how indignant she was at the idea of being left out."

Etymology

From over- + shape.

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